Go Markets
OptionWeb
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Overview
Go Markets was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Australia, while OptionWeb was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. Go Markets holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while OptionWeb is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Go Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; OptionWeb has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Go Markets and $200 at OptionWeb.
| Feature | Go Markets | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $200 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2009 | 2012 |
| Country | Australia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Go Markets and OptionWeb, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Go Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $200 at OptionWeb). Go Markets charges withdrawal fees while OptionWeb does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Go Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Go Markets | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Go Markets offers MT5, cTrader, while OptionWeb supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Go Markets supports social and copy trading features, which OptionWeb does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Go Markets | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web Trader, Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps | Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Go Markets and OptionWeb compare. Go Markets runs regular live webinars; OptionWeb does not. Both provide video tutorials. Go Markets publishes daily market commentary; OptionWeb does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Go Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Go Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Go Markets | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Go Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while OptionWeb supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Go Markets | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Go Markets and OptionWeb offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Go Markets | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |